BMW India to increase prices by up to 3% starting January 2025

BMW India has announced a price hike of up to 3% across its entire model range, effective from January 1, 2025. The decision is part of the company’s strategy to address rising costs and maintain premium quality standards. The locally produced range includes the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé, 3 Series Long Wheelbase, 5 Series… Continue reading BMW India to increase prices by up to 3% starting January 2025

@BMW: BMW M Racing Academy: New support programme for customer racing launches with the “Class of 2025”.003820

Munich. Customer racing has been a cornerstone of BMW M Motorsport’s programme for decades. In the 2025 season, it gains a new dimension as the BMW M Racing Academy is launching as a development programme for GT4-category racers. The “Class of 2025” includes Spain’s Nerea Martí, Turkey’s Berkay Besler, Matthew Million from the USA, and… Continue reading @BMW: BMW M Racing Academy: New support programme for customer racing launches with the “Class of 2025”.003820

German Manager Magazine: Car sales are becoming a risk worth billions: dreams of VW, Audi, BMW and Stellantis are wavering003758

Restore iTunes subscription manager+ is processed through your iTunes account and paid for upon confirmation of purchase. 24 hours before expiry, the subscription is automatically extended by one month at the current price of €24.99. You can cancel your subscription at any time in your iTunes account settings. To use manager+ outside of this app,… Continue reading German Manager Magazine: Car sales are becoming a risk worth billions: dreams of VW, Audi, BMW and Stellantis are wavering003758

German Manager Magazine: Northvolt files for bankruptcy protection in the USA – what’s next for Heide?003758

The Swedish battery cell manufacturer Northvolt, once set up to set up independent battery cell production for electric cars in Europe, is seeking protection under Chapter 11 of bankruptcy law in the USA. The financially troubled company announced this on Thursday. The restructuring process protects the company of co-founder and CEO Peter Carlsson (54) from… Continue reading German Manager Magazine: Northvolt files for bankruptcy protection in the USA – what’s next for Heide?003758

Next BMW M3 to offer choice of straight-six or electric power

The BMW M3 will return for a seventh generation with the choice of either a straight-six turbo petrol engine or a high-tech EV powertrain with huge power and unprecedented dynamic ability. Due by early 2028, the next M3 is being engineered for both powertrains in a bid to maximise its appeal and in line with… Continue reading Next BMW M3 to offer choice of straight-six or electric power

BYD achieves 10-million-NEV milestone amid China’s industry boom

SHENZHEN – Chinese automaker BYD recorded a milestone on Monday when its 10-millionth new energy vehicle (NEV) rolled off the production line at a plant in South China’s Guangdong province. Industry insiders say that BYD’s achievement highlights both the rapid growth of China’s NEV sector and the country’s proactive efforts to promote green and low-carbon… Continue reading BYD achieves 10-million-NEV milestone amid China’s industry boom

BMW highlights innovation at Guangzhou auto show

Steven Shao, senior vice-president of sales and marketing at BMW Brilliance, stresses the role of innovation in the carmaker’s development on Nov 15, 2024. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] BMW has emphasized its pursuit of driving pleasure enhanced by cutting-edge technology and sustainability at the ongoing Guangzhou auto show. The German carmaker said its Vehicle-to-Everything technology… Continue reading BMW highlights innovation at Guangzhou auto show

German FAZ: Unrest over electric car quotas in England008202

There is growing concern among car manufacturers about punitive quotas for electric car sales in the UK. Some manufacturers are urging the Labor government to relax the requirements, but so far Transport Minister Louise Haigh has shown only limited willingness to be more flexible. This year, car brands must sell at least 22 percent of… Continue reading German FAZ: Unrest over electric car quotas in England008202